Description
This book describes the analysis and behaviour of internal flows encountered in propulsion systems, fluid machinery (compressors, turbines and pumps) and ducts (diffusers, nozzles and combustion chambers). The focus is on phenomena that are important in setting the performance of a broad range of fluid devices. The authors show that even for complex processes one can learn a great deal about the behaviour of such devices from a clear understanding and rigorous use of basic principles. Throughout the book they illustrate theoretical principles by reference to technological applications. The strong emphasis on fundamentals, however, means that the ideas presented can be applied beyond internal flow to other types of fluid motion. The book equips students and practising engineers with a range of new analytical tools. These tools offer enhanced interpretation and application of both experimental measurements and the computational procedures that characterize modern fluids engineering.
Analysis and behaviour of internal flows encountered in propulsion systems, fluid machinery and ducts.
About the Author
Edward M. Greitzer received his PhD from Harvard University and is the H. N. Slater Professor of Aeronautics and Astronautics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Prior to joining MIT he was with the Pratt & Whitney Division of United Technologies Corporation. He has been a member of the U.S. Air Force Scientific Advisory Board, the NASA Aeronautics Advisory Committee, and Chair of the ASME International Gas Turbine Institute Board of Directors. He is a Fellow of the ASME and AIAA and was elected in 1995 to the National Academy of Engineering. Choon Sooi Tan received his PhD from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and is currently a Senior Research Engineer in the Gas Turbine: Laboratory at MIT. Martin B. Graf received his PhD from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and is currently a Project Manager at the consulting firm Mars & Company. Before joining Mars he spent two years with the Pratt & Whitney Division of United Technologies Corporation. He is the author of several scientific papers and holds a U.S. patent.
Reviews
'... this book is a refreshing experience ... the distinct perspective that the authors bring to the subject will be appreciated by all readers. ... the book is a must for all graduate students and will appeal to researchers entering the field of turbomachinery. It will serve well students on courses where the subject is taught. The book, due to its clear presentation of fundamentals and the key examples from applications, may also be of instructional value to students on general fluid mechanics courses.' Journal of Fluid Mechanics
'This book provides an authoritative compilation of knowledge relating to internal flows ... The book is well and clearly written with clear derivation of the equations ... the overall impression of this book is of a thorough presentation, carefully written and illustrated, and providing a very good starting point for the exploration of questions relating to internal flows.' Measurement and Control
Book Information
ISBN 9780521036726
Author E. M. Greitzer
Format Paperback
Page Count 736
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Weight(grams) 1150g
Dimensions(mm) 244mm * 170mm * 37mm
Analysis and behaviour of internal flows encountered in propulsion systems, fluid machinery and ducts.
About the Author
Edward M. Greitzer received his PhD from Harvard University and is the H. N. Slater Professor of Aeronautics and Astronautics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Prior to joining MIT he was with the Pratt & Whitney Division of United Technologies Corporation. He has been a member of the U.S. Air Force Scientific Advisory Board, the NASA Aeronautics Advisory Committee, and Chair of the ASME International Gas Turbine Institute Board of Directors. He is a Fellow of the ASME and AIAA and was elected in 1995 to the National Academy of Engineering. Choon Sooi Tan received his PhD from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and is currently a Senior Research Engineer in the Gas Turbine: Laboratory at MIT. Martin B. Graf received his PhD from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and is currently a Project Manager at the consulting firm Mars & Company. Before joining Mars he spent two years with the Pratt & Whitney Division of United Technologies Corporation. He is the author of several scientific papers and holds a U.S. patent.
Reviews
'... this book is a refreshing experience ... the distinct perspective that the authors bring to the subject will be appreciated by all readers. ... the book is a must for all graduate students and will appeal to researchers entering the field of turbomachinery. It will serve well students on courses where the subject is taught. The book, due to its clear presentation of fundamentals and the key examples from applications, may also be of instructional value to students on general fluid mechanics courses.' Journal of Fluid Mechanics
'This book provides an authoritative compilation of knowledge relating to internal flows ... The book is well and clearly written with clear derivation of the equations ... the overall impression of this book is of a thorough presentation, carefully written and illustrated, and providing a very good starting point for the exploration of questions relating to internal flows.' Measurement and Control
Book Information
ISBN 9780521036726
Author E. M. Greitzer
Format Paperback
Page Count 736
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Weight(grams) 1150g
Dimensions(mm) 244mm * 170mm * 37mm
